She Is Bossy

She Is Bossy

She is Bossy is the podcast dedicated to helping you be a better boss. Host Clara Purk shares tips and advice for high achieving new managers who want to improve their leadership skills and better manage their team.

Recent Episodes

April 28, 2025

Failing Forward, Authentic Leadership, and Winning Championships with Julianne Sitch

In this inspiring episode of She is Bossy , Clara sits down with trailblazing soccer coach Julianne Sitch — the first woman to lead a men’s team to an NCAA championship. From her early days as the only girl on an all-boys soc...
April 14, 2025

Your Job Shouldn’t Make You Cry: Handling Toxic Work Environments

Ever felt so overwhelmed by your job that you find yourself in tears, stressed, or anxious just thinking about work? You're not alone. In this heartfelt and practical solo episode of "She is Bossy," Clara Purk dives deep into...
March 31, 2025

Why People Pleasing is Costing You as a Manager

People pleasing might feel good in the moment—but it’s quietly chipping away at your leadership. In this solo episode of She Is Bossy , Clara gets real about the hidden cost of people pleasing at work, especially for new mana...
March 17, 2025

Hybrid Culture, Performance Reviews, and Taking your Vacation with Dr. Katie Rehnberg

In this conversation, Dr. Katie Rehnberg shares her research on hybrid meetings, the challenges they present, and insights into effective communication in the workplace. Katie also reflects on her career path, transitioning f...
March 11, 2025

Owning Your Bossy, Facing your Fears and Getting Out of the Way with Liz Tinkham

In this episode of She is Bossy , I sit down with Liz Tinkham—former Senior Managing Director at Accenture and a true powerhouse in the world of leadership and business. Over her 32-year career, Liz led some of Accenture’s la...
March 4, 2025

Avoiding Priority Whiplash: 4 Steps to Set Direction for your Team

In this episode, Clara discusses the challenges new managers face, particularly the tendency to shift priorities frequently, which can lead to frustration and disengagement within teams. She provides a framework for effective...